Mummies: A Journey Through Time

What is a mummy?

• A type of food

• A kind of plant

• A preserved body

• A piece of clothing

Which ancient civilization is famous for making mummies?

• Egyptians

• Greeks

• Romans

• Chinese

Why did ancient Egyptians make mummies?

• To use as decorations

• To preserve the body for the afterlife

• To sell in markets

• To scare away animals

Who is the most famous mummy?

• King Tutankhamun

• Cleopatra

• Ramses II

• Julius Caesar

When was King Tutankhamun’s tomb discovered?

• 1822

• 1922

• 2022

• 1722

Which other culture also made mummies?

• Vikings

• Aztecs

• Inca

• Greeks

What did ancient people believe mummies could help with?

• Cooking

• Healing illnesses

• Building houses

• Creating art

Why do scientists study mummies today?

• To learn about ancient cultures

• To find treasure

• To make new mummies

• To sell them

Where can people see mummies today?

• Zoos

• Parks

• Schools

• Museums

What is a Pharaoh?

• A poor peasant

• A servant to the King

• A ruler of ancient Egypt, considered God-like

• A wealthy commoner